Diazotrophs are the major organismal group responsible for atmospheric nitrogen (N₂) fixation in natural ecosystems. The extensive diversity and structure of N₂-fixing communities in grassland ...

Research findings suggest that alternative stable states can be maintained through biotic mechanisms, such as root traits, in addition to the commonly understood abiotic factors like climate. This ...

What impact does climate change have on global mangrove forests, which play a vital role in coastal ecosystems due to their ability to survive in hostile environments that most trees can’t survive?

Ecosystems around the globe are rapidly changing in response to climate change and other human-induced stressors. Average global temperature has increased by about 1 °C (1.8 °F) since the industrial ...

Ruiz, Gregory M. and Crooks, Jeffrey A. 2001. "Biological invasions of marine ecosystems: patterns, effects and management." In Waters in peril. dell-Young, L. and ...